WINDER, Ga. (AP) — A Georgia man who gave his teenage son the gun he’s accused of using to kill two students and two teachers at a high school was convicted of second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter Tuesday.

Jurors took less than two hours to find Colin Gray guilty of all charges in the September 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder, northeast of Atlanta. Gray is one of a number of parents prosecuted after their children were accused in fatal shootings across the country.

Colin Gray was found guilty of second-degree murder in the deaths of two 14-year-old students, Mason Schermerhorn and Christian Angulo. Georgia law defines second-degree murder as causing the death of a child by committing the crime of cruelty to children. Gray was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter in the killings of teachers Richard Aspinwall, 39, and Cristina Irimie, 53.

Another teacher and eight other students were wounded. Gray was also convicted of multiple counts of reckless conduct and cruelty to children.

He showed little emotion as the verdict was read and then as he watched each juror being polled by the judge. Deputies then handcuffed him behind his back as he stood at the defense table, consulting with his lawyer. He will be sentenced at a later date. Second-degree murder is punishable by at least 10 but no more than 30 years in prison, while involuntary manslaughter carries a penalty of one to 10 years in prison.

Some relatives of victims wept as the verdicts were read. They declined to comment after court. Gray’s defense lawyers left the courthouse without speaking to reporters.

“We talk a lot about rights in our country,” Barrow County District Attorney Brad Smith said after the verdict. “But God gave us a duty to protect our children, and I hope that we remember that, as parents, as community members, to protect our children because that is our God-given duty.”

The teen’s mother, Marcee Gray — who testified that she had urged Colin Gray to take any guns and lock them inside his truck so they were not accessible to their son — declined to comment when reached by phone after the verdict. She and Colin Gray were separated in the months leading up to the shooting, and Colt lived mostly with his father during that time. She wasn’t charged in connection to the shooting.

Prosecutors said Gray gave his son, Colt, access to a gun and ammunition “after receiving sufficient warning that Colt Gray would harm and endanger the bodily safety of another.”

Colt Gray, who was 14 at the time of the shooting, was indicted on a total of 55 counts, including murder. He has pleaded not guilty and the judge in his case has set a status hearing for mid-March.

Investigators said Colt Gray carefully planned the Sept. 4, 2024, shooting at the school attended by 1,900 students.

He boarded the school bus with a semiautomatic, assault-style rifle in his book bag, the barrel sticking out and wrapped in poster board, investigators said. He left his second-period class and emerged from a bathroom with the gun and then shot people in a classroom and hallways, investigators said.

Colin Gray had given his son the gun as a gift the Christmas before the shooting and allowed him to have access to the gun and ammunition, despite his awareness that his son’s mental health had deteriorated, a prosecutor said.

Colin Gray knew his son was obsessed with school shooters, even having a shrine in his bedroom to Nikolas Cruz, the shooter in the 2018 massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, prosecutors said.

Gregor Poynton has met with Blair McDougall, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Small Business and Economic Transformation), to press for urgent action to secure the future of Uphall Post Office.

Livingston’s MP has raised the Uphall Post Office closure directly with the UK Government’s Post Office Minister.

Gregor Poynton has met with Blair McDougall, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State (Minister for Small Business and Economic Transformation), to press for urgent action to secure the future of Uphall Post Office.

Mr McDougall holds ministerial responsibility for the Post Office. During their meeting in Westminster, Mr Poynton outlined the impact the closure of Uphall Post Office is having on local residents, older people, and small businesses who rely on services in the village.

The Uphall branch on West Main Street closed following the resignation of the previous postmaster.

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Mr Poynton raised concerns about the disruption this has caused and sought assurances about what support the Government can provide to help Post Office Ltd secure a new postmaster and restore services as quickly as possible.

He said: “The closure of Uphall Post Office has had a real and immediate impact on local constituents. For many residents and small businesses, the services provided by the Post Office is essential.

“I met directly with the Minister responsible for the Post Office to make clear the strength of feeling locally and to ask what support can be offered to help secure a new postmaster for Uphall.

“It is vital that Post Office Ltd moves at pace to appoint a new operator and restore full services. I will continue working at every level, locally and nationally, to secure the long-term future of post office provision in Uphall.”

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Mr Poynton has pledged to remain in close contact with the Minister and with Post Office Ltd while a new operator is sought.

It is not yet known how long the West Lothian village will be left waiting for the restoration of the service.

The Post Office area change manager wrote to residents and local representatives in February to inform them of the decision.

He said: “We are writing to inform you that, regrettably, following the resignation of the postmaster.

“The provision of a Post Office service to our customers in the local community is important to us, and we will continue to work hard to restore services in the area as soon as possible.

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“We would welcome any applications from potential retail partners interested in running a branch locally on our behalf.

“We apologise for the inconvenience the closure may cause. We hope that our customers will continue to use Post Office services and details of possible alternative Post Office branches in the area.”

A statement released by West Lothian Council earlier in the week said: “Uphall Post Office on West Main Street, is set to close from 6pm on Wednesday, February 18, following the resignation of the postmaster at the branch.

“The Post Office is welcoming applications from interested parties to ensure a post office service can be continued in the area.”

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Tributes have been paid to people killed in a mass shooting at a Texas bar – as it was confirmed a third victim has died.

Austin Police announced on Monday evening that Jorge Pederson, 30, had died from his injuries.

The other two victims of the shooting on Austin’s West 6th Street have been identified as Savitha Shan, 21, and Ryder Harrington, 19, who were both university students.

The gunman, identified as 53-year-old Ndiaga Diagne by the Department of Homeland Security, was fatally shot by officers at the scene.

Though police said it was too early to identify Diagne’s motive, the shooting is being investigated as a potential act of terrorism.

Law enforcement officials told The Associated Press that Diagne was wearing clothes with an Iranian flag design and the words “Property of Allah”. He had not been on the radar of authorities, federal and local investigators said on Monday.

More than a dozen people were also wounded in the shooting, during which Diagne drove past Buford’s Backyard Beer Garden before circling back and firing with a pistol from his SUV at people on the footpath and inside the bar.

Police say he then got out of the car and began shooting at people with a rifle.

Mr Harrington’s brother paid tribute to youngest victim, on Facebook, saying it was “unfair, to say the least, that my little brother was only given 19 years on this earth”.

“Watching the man he had become, and seeing all the lives he touched, leaves me certain that this world was robbed of a great future,” Reed Harington said.

Mr Harrington joined the Beta Theta Pi fraternity at Texas Tech University in 2024, the fraternity said in an Instagram post.

“Ryder had a rare ability to truly enjoy life to make people laugh, to make moments feel bigger, and to make ordinary days unforgettable,” the fraternity said.

“If anyone embodied what it meant to live fully and love deeply, it was Ryder.”

Texas Tech said in a statement that Mr Harrington had been enrolled as recently as the autumn 2025 semester but had not been taking classes during the current semester.

“Our thoughts are with Ryder’s family, friends, and all those affected by this devastating situation,” the statement said.

Ms Shan’s LinkedIn profile said she was a dual-degree student majoring in management information systems and economics at the University of Texas at Austin.

The university’s president Jim Davis said her death was “devastating” and that several other students were wounded in the attack.

“Some of these are very serious and we are hoping for the best outcomes, while others are on the path to recovery,” he said.

“I have met with many of these families and will continue to pray for them.”

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“Our ultimate goal in everything we do is to determine the motive,” Alex Doran, the acting agent in charge of the FBI’s San Antonio office, said during a news conference.

Investigators are examining thousands of hours of video and police said there are more than 150 witnesses to interview.

“We are still in the early hours of this investigation,” said Austin Police chief Lisa Davis.

The gunman legally bought the weapons used in the attack – a rifle and a pistol – several years ago in San Antonio, Ms Davis said.

Diagne was from Senegal and first entered the US in 2000 on a B-2 tourist visa, before becoming a lawful permanent resident six years later after marrying an American, the US Department of Homeland Security said.

Three people were taken to hospital in a critical condition, though police said on Monday one victim would be taken off life support, Sky News’s US partner NBC News reports.

Spring is almost here, so it’s the perfect time to jet off for a sunny escape or a cheeky city break

Spring is almost here, so it’s the perfect time to jet off for a sunny escape or a cheeky city break in warmer climes, and you can do so from Wales.

There’s no need to go all the way to Heathrow when Cardiff Airport is offering flights and holidays to an array of destinations this spring and beyond.

Cardiff Airport is an important hub for travellers to and from Wales. Situated just 40 minutes from Cardiff city centre, it’s convenient to reach for a European city break and beyond.

Fly direct from Cardiff and enjoy the perfect TUI package holiday from just £345 per person, and spoil yourself with some vitamin D, or head for a city where you can enjoy spring weather.

Benalmadena, Costa del Sol

Sunny Benalmadena is a popular destination in the Costa del Sol, and you can book a TUI Holiday from Cardiff.

The town is divided into three main areas: the traditional hilltop Pueblo, the central Arroyo de la Miel, and the seaside Costa, and there’s plenty to do here.

Sure, like most places in the Costa del Sol, you have bars for boozed-up Brits with blaring music, souvenir stores hawking tat, and vape shops, but there’s also a gorgeous seafront, swish marina and tasty tapas.

Plod along the 10-kilometre stretch of sandy beaches, including Blue Flag options like Santa Ana Beach. The palm tree-lined promenade is also dotted with ocean-view restaurants and bars where you can buy an Aperol Spritz and watch the waves.

Puerto Marina is also worth a visit. The major, uniquely designed marina features shopping, dining, and the Sea Life aquarium (when it’s not closed due to rain, despite the marine life living in tanks).

Attractions in the area include the 33-metre-tall Buddhist Stupa, Colomares Castle, and the Teleférico (cable car) to Mount Calamorro for panoramic views. Read more about my trip to Benalmadena here.

Paphos, Cyprus

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Located on the southwest coast of Cyprus, Paphos (Pafos) is a lively coastal city with a temperate climate and plenty of fun activities. It’s one of my favourite places in Cyprus!

You can fly to Cyprus from Cardiff Airport on a TUI holiday and book with no deposit.

Paphos is divided geographically into two parts. Connected by a busy traffic artery, Kato Pafos (Lower Pafos) and Ktima (Upper Pafos) are two contrasting and distinctive districts in Paphos.

Kato Pafos is the more tourist-oriented part of the city. It’s where you’ll find swish hotels, resorts, restaurants, and a palm-fringed promenade and seafront.

Culture fans can marvel at the various mosaics, catacombs, ruins and archaeological sites at this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Sun worshipers will find beaches, bars, boat trips and resorts to entertain them.

I find it best to embrace the contrasts and enjoy a mix of the two in this sprawling, intriguing city. Walking shoes by day, party shoes by night. Sorted.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

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The Dutch capital has plenty to offer visitors seeking out history, art and culture this spring, and you can fly direct with KLM.

You can lose many hours just wandering or biking the canal-woven streets, lined with historic and distinctive Dutch architecture.

Some of the main highlights include the iconic Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, Vondelpark, Foodhallen, and, of course, the moving Anne Frank Museum.

Amsterdam is one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in the world, so one of the best ways to explore it is to rent a bike and get around like a local.

Spend some time stopping at cafes, boutique stores and galleries as you bike along the excellent cycle paths in the city.

Make sure to read up on the rules of the road here, as bikes are treated just as importantly as cars. Pop into Amsterdam’s Tourist Information Centre to find out more about how to bike in the city and what guided biking tours you can book.

Faro, the Algarve

Faro is the gateway to the Algarve, and while many people just fly there and head straight to the resorts and beaches, the city itself is also worth exploring.

The city offers history and culture as well as cafes, restaurants and bars serving delicious Portuguese cuisine and local tipples.

As it’s not a huge tourist hotspot, you can explore the historic centre in relative peace, away from the Algarve crowds.

Spend a day wandering the cobbled streets looking for neoclassical architecture, historic cathedrals and the impressive range of chic boutiques, cafes and great value seafood restaurants.

You can also hop on a bus to Praia de Faro [Faro beach] if you fancy a spot of sunbathing. Faro is also an excellent base from which to explore the wider Algarve region, and you can take many day trips and organised excursions from the city.

Alicante, Spain

Alicante is an underrated port city in Spain’s southeastern Costa Blanca and is the capital of the Alicante province. Its old town, Barrio de la Santa Cruz, is known for its narrow streets, colourful houses, and energetic nightlife.

The main port also has an impressive range of restaurants, bars and pubs serving local dishes, including seafood, tapas and Spanish wines.

Spring and summer are perfect times to visit the city, making the most of the beaches and enjoying cultural events, al fresco dining, concerts, and street theatre.

You can fly direct to Alicante with Ryanair for as little as £70 return in April.

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Head to the historic city of Dubrovnik, affectionately dubbed the City of 1,000 Monuments and well known as a Game of Thrones filming location.

Dubrovnik draws vast crowds with its distinctive Old Town, where massive stone walls, built in the 16th century, still encircle the historic city.

Visitors can admire its well-preserved architecture from the baroque St Blaise Church to the Renaissance Sponza Palace and the Gothic Rector’s Palace, which now houses a history museum.

For a city, Dubrovnik has a surprising variety of beaches ranging from pebble to gravel, stone, and concrete, where you can swim, kayak, and sunbathe near clear waters.

Some popular options include Banje beach, renowned for its proximity to the old town and impressive views, and Sveti Jakov beach, which offers a peaceful escape with crystal-clear waters and stunning sunset views.

Watch the sun go down at one of Dubrovnik’s many beach bars. The best bar for outdoor drinking in Dubrovnik is the uber-cool Buza bar, located on a secluded beach outside the city walls, with tables set among the rocks.

This Unesco World Heritage site is just a three-hour flight from the UK, and you can fly there from Cardiff Airport with KLM with a connection in Amsterdam.

Tunisia, Africa

Tunisia has been one of the main centres of Mediterranean culture for 3,000 years and has epic beaches, as well as the village of Douz, gateway to the Sahara.

Located at the footer of the desert dunes, which is what earns it this title, you could really be in another world from Cardiff if you’re heading here sometime soon.

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Liverpool head to Wolves with a Champions League spot still firmly in their sights

Liverpool will be looking to close the gap on the Premier League top four when they travel to Molineux to face bottom of the table Wolves on Tuesday night.

Despite a difficult season for the reigning champions, Champions League qualification is still very much up for grabs for Arne Slot’s side.

Those hopes have been aided by four consecutive victories in the Premier League, including an emphatic 5-2 victory against West Ham United last time out. This, combined with losses for both Aston Villa and Chelsea, has left the Reds fifth in the table, three points behind fourth-placed Villa.

The Merseysiders will be facing a Wolves side that are sat bottom of the table on just 13 points – 16 points from safety. Despite their precarious league position, Wolves will be buoyed following positive results of late, taking a point against league leaders Arsenal and a 2-0 victory over West Midlands rivals Villa last Friday night.

Here is everything you need to know about the clash…

What time is Wolves v Liverpool kick-off?

The game will kick off at 8:15pm on Tuesday, March 3, at Molineux, Wolverhampton.

Will the Wolves v Liverpool game be broadcast on TV?

The game will be shown on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with coverage starting at 7pm.

The game will also be available to stream through Discovery+ if you have the TNT Sports package.

Short highlights will also be available on the Sky Sports Premier League YouTube channel with extended highlights available on Match of the Day on Wednesday, March 4, at 10:40pm.

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Team news

For Wolves Brazilian midfielder Andre is a doubt for the encounter but the Brazilian could still feature. Aside from that the home side have no other injury concerns ahead of tonight’s match. Manager Rob Edwards also confirmed that South Korean winger Hwang Hee Chan is fit and available.

Slot has confirmed that Liverpool are likely to be without German midfielder Florian Wirtz for the game but was optimistic to have him back for the FA Cup match against the same opposition on Friday.

Right-back Jeremie Frimpong was back in the side against West Ham having recovered from an injury.

What the managers are saying

Going into the match, Edwards tasked his side to carry on the positive momentum following their victory against Aston Villa. Edwards stated: “Some good results and performances have been creeping in more and more this calendar year and that was a big moment. Felt it at the whole club, a really nice moment to share with the supporters.”

Edwards stated that they would also need this positivity when facing Liverpool, adding “we’ve got to be at our best to threaten, they’re the champions, an amazing football club and it’s really exciting for us that we get to face them twice but we know the size of the task as well”.

Edwards also touched on the brilliance of Brazilian midfielder Joao Gomes. “I think he’s a wonderful player who’s shown real glimpses. It’s been hard for him in a team that has struggled to get results and it can be challenging,” he said.

In the build-up to this match, Slot was asked about the state of his side in regards to the return of Frimpong and about the form of winger Cody Gakpo.

On Frimpong Slot stated: “Right-back isn’t the only position that we have struggled but it stands out most. Having Jeremie back is nice. We have to take into account a lot of games especially players who come back from injuries. But we know the importance of every game now. But I’m not the only one to have that. I prefer to manage how many minutes he can be given rather than see him with the medical team.”

On Gakpo Slot said: “I don’t only judge them on the goals they score, attackers are judged on fact we keep a clean sheet just as defenders are judged on scoring. But I know attackers want to score goals. I was happy as it was the 4-1 so that gave us a more comfortable cushion but even more happy for him to score. He needed that goal.”

Slot added: “I don’t think his confidence was gone in that regard, but I did see a few times recently he made a few different decisions that I’m used from him. That doesn’t mean lack of confidence. But when players are not scoring they start to think more and usually overthinking is not the best thing you can do.”

Tottenham have written to Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL) chief Howard Webb to raise their concerns over key refereeing decisions.

Sources have told BBC Sport the correspondence is primarily focused on what the club views as inconsistent decisions that have led to goals being allowed or disallowed as a result of contact inside the penalty area.

Spurs believe they have been on the wrong end of a number of these key incidents this season.

During Tottenham’s 4-1 home loss to north London rivals Arsenal on 22 February, striker Randal Kolo Muani had a goal – which would have levelled the score at 2-2 – ruled out after the officials adjudged the France international had pushed opposing defender Gabriel Magalhaes in the back just moments before slotting beyond David Raya.

It has been noted by Spurs that referee Peter Bankes, who officiated in the derby against Arsenal, said in last week’s episode of the Match Officials Mic’d Up show how, “once you see two hands in live play, it looks like a push, a clear push. I was more than happy that the two hands on the back had enough impact and was an offence”.

With that in mind, Tottenham were left confused why Fulham winger Harry Wilson’s opener against them in Saturday’s 2-1 loss at Craven Cottage was allowed to stand.

Mexico striker Raul Jimenez appeared to push Spurs defender Radu Dragusin in the build-up to Wilson’s strike as the pair jumped for an aerial challenge, but the goal was allowed to stand because the contact did not meet the threshold for a foul.

One of the countries affected is the United Arab Emirates (UAE), including Dubai, and with regular flights to and from the UK for this holiday hotspot, you might be wondering if it’s safe to travel there.

Not only is Dubai a popular destination for Brits, but it’s also used as a layover stop for passengers flying further to countries like Australia and New Zealand as well as countries in Africa and Asia.

Whether you have a flight booked already or are thinking about travelling to or via Dubai, it’s worth staying updated with the latest travel advice and warnings.

What is happening in the Middle East?

The US and Israel attacked Iran over the weekend, killing its supreme leader.

The first reported American casualties included three American service members as the US and Israel launched a surprise attack on Iran on Saturday, February 28.

Five were seriously injured in military operations targeting Iran, the US military said.

Airspace closures in the Middle East have resulted in a number of commercial flights being grounded since the attacks began on Saturday.

More than a third of the flights scheduled to depart from the UK to the region on Monday were cancelled.

Analytics company Cirium said 49 of 144 flights were axed.

Airlines such as British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and easyJet have changed their flight schedules this week.

⚠️ We urge you not to come to the airport unless your airline has contacted you with a confirmed departure time.

Please get in touch with your airline directly for the latest updates on flight schedules.

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Is it safe to travel to Dubai?

The UK government has warned people to avoid all travel to the UAE unless it’s essential.

This warning from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) extends to the whole country, so anyone travelling for a reason that is not absolutely necessary should rethink their plans.

It’s worth noting that if you ignore this travel advice, your travel insurance could be invalid should you need to make a claim.

Are flights leaving the UAE?

Some flights have left the UAE this week, including today (March 3), but airports are not operating a full schedule yet.

In a post on X, the Government of Dubai Media Office said on Monday afternoon (March 2) that airlines Emirates and Flydubai would begin operating a limited number of flights, with priority being given to customers with earlier bookings.

Some 15 Etihad Airways flights departed from Abu Dhabi in a three-hour window on Monday, which Flightradar24 said were “likely helping to clear transit passengers who have been stuck there since the start of the conflict”.

The Abu Dhabi-based airline continued to tell passengers not to travel to the airport unless they had been contacted directly and advised to do so.

As limited flight operations resume at DXB and DWC, here are answers to some common questions we’re receiving 👇

1️⃣ Should I travel to the airport if my airline has not confirmed my flight?
💬 No. If your airline has not confirmed your flight is operating, please do not travel…

— DXB (@DXB) March 3, 2026

How to check if your flight is cancelled

You can check the flight status of upcoming flights via the Dubai Airport website as well as the website of the UK airport you are travelling to or from.

Make sure to stay up to date with advice from your airline and look out for cancellation notices as well as delays and new flight times.

Are flights leaving and entering Dubai?

While some flights are still being cancelled, the flight status log for flights today is showing that some passengers have been able to leave and arrive into Dubai.

Departure cancellations include flights from Dubai to Ankara, Cairo, Bucharest, Riyadh, Tashkent, Moscow and more.

Departures going ahead include flights to Heathrow, Munich, Prague, Budapest, Milan Bergamo and more.

Arrival cancellations include flights to Dubai from Lahore, Bucharest, Timisoara, Singapore, Warsaw and more.

Arrivals going ahead include flights from Jeddah, Mumbai, Bangalore, New Delhi and more.

It’s worth noting that the flight schedules are reduced, so some flights to or from one destination may be cancelled while others may still go ahead.

What to do if you’re already in Dubai

Brits in Dubai are being told to “immediately shelter in place” as missile attacks have been reported in the UAE.

The UK government added: “Remain indoors in a secure location, avoid all travel and follow instructions from the local authorities.”

If you’re in Bahrain, Israel, Kuwait, Palestine, Qatar or the UAE, you need to record your presence so you can receive updates and so the UK government is aware you are there – this can be done by the government website.

Sir Keir Starmer said the situation on the ground “may remain challenging for some time” but that the government was “looking at all options to support our people”.

The Prime Minister told the Commons: “We’re asking all British citizens in the region to register their presence so we can provide the best possible support and to monitor the Home Office travel advice, which is being regularly updated.

“Across much of the region, airspace remains closed, and local authorities are advising individuals to shelter in place.

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“The situation on the ground may remain challenging for some time, so we’re sending rapid deployment teams to the region to support our British nationals on the ground.

“And we’re in close contact with the travel industry and governments in the region, including with our friends in the UAE (United Arab Emirates), given the concentration of British nationals in that country, and we’re looking at all options to support our people.

“We want to ensure that they can return home as swiftly and safely as possible.

“The FCDO (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office) phone lines are open to provide consular support, and ministers are available to meet MPs to discuss any individual cases.”